All Eyes On Jon Niese As Mets Host Padres In Opener
Some main attractions are missing as the Mets host the San Diego Padres in their season opener Monday.
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Some main attractions are missing as the Mets host the San Diego Padres in their season opener Monday.
Both the Yankees and the Mets kick off their 2013 campaigns on Monday -- but the usual Opening Day optimism is being tempered by tons of questions surrounding both teams.
The hard realities of age, injuries, and talent levels can wait. Today, just knowing that baseball season has begun should suffice. In other words, don't worry. Be happy.
New York's Opening Day winning percentage is a major league best .647 (33-18).
Al Dukes has the Opening Day itch.
Facing surgery on the same shoulder that caged him two seasons ago, Santana's days as a Met are over. Where else but Queens would resounding goodwill like Opening Day be met with such bad news?
Mets starter Santana will undergo season-ending surgery on a capsule in his left shoulder on Tuesday.
Dillon Gee and Jeremy Hefner each had a poor day in the Mets' final warmup before Opening Day.
The Mets' captain made his first appearance in a big league game since sustaining a rib injury during the World Baseball Classic, going 0-for-3 and playing five innings for New York in a 7-2 victory over the St. Louis Cardinals.
If Johan Santana's last pitch in a New York Mets uniform was his 93rd and final offering to the Washington Nationals' lineup on August 17, 2012, it's likely that fans will soon forget the dominant, Hall of Fame caliber pitcher that he once was.
"He's just kind of in a bit of shock," Wright said. "I don't think anyone was expecting this. For everyone, it's kind of shocking. It's disheartening."
Mets top pitching prospect Zack Wheeler's actions on the mound last week led to an ugly clubhouse incident with "ethnic tensions," according to the New York Daily News.
So this is how the Johan Santana era ends for the Mets. Not with a bang, not with a whimper, but with yet another injury announcement.
Alex Rodriguez will make more this year than all the Houston Astros combined — a lot more. And he won't even play the first half of the season, if at all.
Santana's left shoulder has failed him again. Now he must decide if he has the stomach for another grueling comeback.
The Mets announced Thursday night that left-hander Johan Santana may be lost for the season after suffering a probable re-tear of the capsule in his left shoulder.
"I needed one team to believe in me, and that was the Mets," Byrd said. "They believed in me. They brought me in and they trusted me. They're trusting me to be the player that I was. They're trusting me to be the clean player that I am."
SportsNet New York, better known as SNY, announced on Thursday that it has hired Valentine as an analyst for the Mets' pre- and postgame shows before and after game telecasts.
The Mets made the first of what might be several minor moves to free up 40-man roster space by trading righty reliever Elvin Ramirez to the Angels for cash on Wednesday night.
The Bombers, worth an estimated $2.3 billion, took home the No. 1 spot for the 16th straight year.
When the hard comebacker off the bat of Carlos Beltran (of course it was him) smashed off the right elbow of Mets pitcher Jeremy Hefner on Tuesday afternoon, you just had to laugh -- to keep from crying.
They'll just have to wait for Santana and hope that the brilliant future that awaits Harvey is now. Santana won't pitch in a game until he can throw a ball 180 feet. So far, he's only halfway there.
If you're a Mets fan, you've heard of The 7 Line. Heck, you're probably a member of The 7 Line Army. And if you're lucky, you have the hottest ticket in town for Opening Day.
First Johan Santana, now Shaun Marcum? It seems the Mets may be two starters down when the season kicks off less than a week from now.
It's hilarious how everyone wants to claim the Yankees may finish in last or will be the new-age '65 team. Meanwhile, in Queens...
Saturday marked one year since 20-month-old River Wilson drowned in the backyard pool of a state-licensed home daycare in the Bronx.
The Chicago Cubs evened their series with the New York Yankees with a 5-2 win on Saturday night.
"The Sopranos" actor Vincent Pastore is being remembered as a fixture in his Bronx community.
On Saturday, Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman spoke with Mr. Trump and cautioned him against conducting a fresh round of strikes on Iran, CBS News learned.
The New York Red Bulls beat Orlando 3-2 on Saturday night.
Saturday marked one year since 20-month-old River Wilson drowned in the backyard pool of a state-licensed home daycare in the Bronx.
"The Sopranos" actor Vincent Pastore is being remembered as a fixture in his Bronx community.
A group of New Yorkers are demanding change to end human trafficking and prostitution along Roosevelt Avenue in Queens.
Stormy weather will return to the New York City area on Monday, bringing the threat of heavy rain and storms that may lead to flash flooding.
Disgraced former Congressman George Santos has agreed to pay $35,000 to settle a federal investigation into his suspicious trades on the prediction marketplace Kalshi.
Stormy weather will return to the New York City area on Monday, bringing the threat of heavy rain and storms that may lead to flash flooding.
There's been a report of a bigfoot sighting near the Pachaug State Forest in Connecticut.
Heavy rain is complicating efforts to recover a teenage boy from the West River in New Haven. Strong currents and an increased flow have made the job even more difficult.
It's another rainy day in the Tri-State Area with a flood watch for parts of New York and Connecticut.
There was a tornado warning in Sussex and Warren Counties in New Jersey as more severe weather passed through our area.
Stormy weather will return to the New York City area on Monday, bringing the threat of heavy rain and storms that may lead to flash flooding.
Under the new initiative, restaurants will no longer automatically provide plastic utensils, napkins or condiments in takeout orders.
The body of a missing girl was found in the Passaic River in New Jersey after a two-day search, officials said.
A New Jersey police department is getting creative when it comes to cracking down on distracted drivers.
Three children were swept into the Passaic River Wednesday night. A little boy was later found dead, and a young girl is still missing.
John Elliott reports from Glen Cove, Long Island, for Swim Across America Open Water Swim.
Some homeowners on Long Island say teenage pranks have escalated into vandalism. A game of ding-dong ditch is keeping residents up at night and, in at least one case, has done damage. CBS News New York's Carolyn Gusoff reports.
For some Long Island families, the cost of supplies, clothes and other back-to-school essentials is becoming a growing challenge.
Doctors in Suffolk County have reported three cases of a rare tick-borne disease known as rabbit fever so far this summer. A 9-year-old boy shared his experiences with the illness.
For some Long Island families, the cost of supplies, clothes and other back-to-school essentials is becoming a growing challenge. CBS News New York's John Dias reports.
On Saturday, Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman spoke with Mr. Trump and cautioned him against conducting a fresh round of strikes on Iran, CBS News learned.
A Brooklyn grandmother went to the dentist hoping to fix her smile. Instead, her daughter says she lost her teeth, her health, and her independence.
President Trump said Todd Blanche will remain acting attorney general as a holdup on his nomination continues.
Republican New York gubernatorial candidate Bruce Blakeman is deploying a campaign strategy that echoes the national GOP playbook — attack Mayor Zohran Mamdani.
Dr. Anthony Fauci appeared before the Senate to testify on the origins of the COVID-19 pandemic but invoked his Fifth Amendment rights in answering all questions.
The source of exposure for the Legionnaires cluster on Manhattan's Upper East Side has been eliminated, according to the New York City Health Department.
A seventh person has died from Legionnaires' disease in connection with the Upper East Side cluster, New York City's health commissioner said Thursday.
Thirty-four cooling towers at 33 buildings on the Upper East Side tested positive for live Legionella bacteria, the New York City Health Department announced Tuesday.
An attorney representing an Upper East Side woman whose husband just died from Legionnaires' disease is planning to take legal action.
Studies show older adults are among the safest drivers on the road, but crashes involving seniors are on the rise.
"The Sopranos" actor Vincent Pastore is being remembered as a fixture in his Bronx community.
Vincent Pastore played Salvatore "Big Pussy" Bonpensiero on all six seasons of "The Sopranos," which aired from 1999 to 2007.
A new Broadway show based on Prince's movie and album "Purple Rain" will take the stage at Broadway's Majestic Theatre in March.
Carly Simon, the singer known for 1970s hits like "You're So Vain," announced she has Parkinson's disease and also was treated for basal cell carcinoma.
Paramount Skydance on Friday said it would delay the deal until as late as June 2027.
The Chicago Cubs evened their series with the New York Yankees with a 5-2 win on Saturday night.
The New York Red Bulls beat Orlando 3-2 on Saturday night.
Javier Sanoja and Griffin Conine homered to power the Marlins to a 6-2 victory over the Mets on Saturday.
Kyle Stowers homered for the second straight night Friday, powering the Marlins to a 5-2 win over the Mets.
Toronto FC earned a 1-1 draw with New York City FC at Yankee Stadium on Friday night, but saw its winless streak reach 11 matches.
Parents in Harlem say their children's walk to summer camp is littered with trash, illegal dumping and a growing encampment.
A specialized program from God's Love We Deliver is serving nearly 400 veterans with medically tailored meals, while helping combat isolation and ease the challenges of life after military service.
The Newtown Creek Alliance community science project gives students hands-on experience monitoring the health of one of the most polluted waterways in the U.S.
The FIFA World Cup is delivering a business boost for many bars and restaurants across New York City, but not every industry is seeing the same payoff.
Two Upper West Side children went on a mission to visit 40 playgrounds in one day, hoping to set a record.
People dressed in elaborate headgear and paraded up Fifth Avenue for New York City's Easter Sunday tradition.
The Halloween tradition strolled through Manhattan's East Village on Sunday, with furry friends dressed in colorful costumes.
A suspect was taken into custody after an attack on Pearl Street Mall in Boulder on June 1 in which there were 15 people and a dog who were victims. The suspect threw Molotov cocktails that burned some of the victims, who were part of a march for Israeli hostages.
The annual Easter Parade and Easter Bonnet Festival was held in Manhattan on April 20, 2025.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
CBS News New York's Vanessa Murdock has your weather forecast for August 1 at 11 p.m.
A new law now in effect in New Jersey prohibits restaurants and other food businesses from automatically giving customers napkins, plastic utensils and condiments. Now, customers have to request them.
Saturday marked one year since 20-month-old River Wilson drowned in the backyard pool of a state-licensed home daycare in the Bronx. As her family gathered to celebrate her life and legacy, they also shared a deeply personal message of hope. CBS News New York's Mahsa Saeidi reports.
A group of New Yorkers are demanding change to end what they say is a years-old problem – human trafficking and prostitution along Roosevelt Avenue in Queens. CBS News New York's Tim McNicholas reports.
The NYPD is looking for the suspect in a deadly stabbing in Queens.
